School of Oral Health Sciences

School of Oral Health Sciences is a public academic unit within the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa, a research intensive university established in 1922. The School provides undergraduate and postgraduate education in dentistry and oral health, integrating clinical training with community engagement and policy informed scholarship.

Its research reflects a strong focus on public oral health, health equity, and community based prevention. Studies address oral health promotion in schools, workforce development, caregiver knowledge for special needs children, and access to care for frail and marginalized populations across Southern Africa.

Clinical and translational work spans temporomandibular disorder management, maxillofacial pathology, special care dentistry, and educational innovation. A consistent emphasis on inclusion, interprofessional collaboration, and system level solutions positions the School as a regional leader advancing equitable and evidence informed oral healthcare.